Tagine de Lapin

Tagine de Lapin is a traditional Moroccan dish that offers a delightful combination of tender rabbit meat and aromatic spices, simmered to perfection. This high-protein meal is a celebration of North African flavors, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Rabbit legs - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Dried apricots - 50 grams, chopped
• Almonds - 30 grams, chopped
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, ground
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 300 milliliters
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
3. Add the rabbit legs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced carrot and diced bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the chopped tomato, dried apricots, and almonds, mixing well.
6. Sprinkle in the cinnamon, cumin, ginger, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the rabbit is mostly submerged.
8. Cover and reduce the heat to low, simmering for about 40 minutes or until the rabbit is tender.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables and herbs.

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